Poverty and Survival Programs

"A significant number of New Yorkers live on the borderline of poverty. While just over 19% of New Yorkers live below the federal poverty line, another 19% of New Yorkers are considered low income because their earnings are between 100-199% of the poverty line."

Source: Increasing Opportunity and Reducing Poverty in New York City. Based on The New York City Commission for Economic Opportunity Report to Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg.

Community Sites

• Good Counsel, Inc.
• Project Hospitality
• Catholic Charities
• Community Health Action
• St. John’s Bread and Life Soup Kitchen